Beacon of Hope
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Wings over the Rockies
A Beacon of Hope Gala Catalog
1000
Catholic Charities Day with Larry Smith
Have a personal introduction into the work that Catholic Charities is doing to provide a continuum of care. The day begins at Catholic Charities headquarters at 4045 Pecos Street in Denver at 9 am. Larry Smith, CEO and President will be there to greet you and be your personal tour guide at the Lighthouse Women’s Center and the other Women’s Services including Gabriel Project, Fr. Ed Judy, and Samaritan house Family floor. A Mass in our chapel by the Catholic Charities Chaplain, Fr. Charles Polifka, and a lovely Lunch in the Board Room at Catholic Charities' headquarters will be included. At lunch, enjoy conversation with Larry and the directors of several ministries like Regina Caeli. It will be an illuminating and inspiring day.
Value: Priceless
1001
High Tea for 10 Lovely Ladies
Host a delicious and elegant High Tea in your home~ classic English service and excellence! All prepared within your home with fine bone china, antique linens, and a Victorian Tea Lady as Master of Ceremonies.
Value: $350.00
1002
Mountain Getaway in Silverthorne, CO
Whether you’re looking for an exhilarating mountain adventure or simply a quiet haven with family and friends, we think you’ve found the right place! Our luxurious townhome offers a spacious, hospitable and comfy environment for its guests. From your centralized location in Wildernest, you’ll have direct access to 50 miles of paved recreational trails within a short walk from your front door! These trails lead to numerous coveted recreational areas that include the National Forest and Lake Dillon; as well as to six world class ski resorts (Copper Mountain, Keystone, Breckenridge, A-Basin, Vail and Beaver Creek). These areas offer world class alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, golfing, fishing, hiking, mountain and road biking. For those who may prefer a more urbane getaway experience, big city amenities abound within the surrounding Summit County townships of Silverthorne, Dillon and Frisco. A multiplicity of restaurant options, numerous outlet mall shopping opportunities, well-stocked grocery stores, as well as a variety of quaint shops and museums make this area a premier family destination. Once home, it’s time to relax and recharge in this lodge-style, multi-level, 2400 ft/ 5 bedroom 4 bath townhome with surrounding views of the Continental Divide and Buffalo Mountain. The top floor offers a wide open, spacious living area for the entire family, a sleeper sofa; and includes cable TV, gas fireplace, fully furnished kitchen, large dining table and serving bar, and access to the top private deck. On this top floor there is also an office/bedroom with full-sized futon and a bathroom with shower. The second level offers the master suite with king bed, private bath with a Jacuzzi-jet sunken tub, along with your own private deck. The bottom floor offers a second master suite with king bed and private full bath. There is also another bedroom with queen wrought-iron bed and an additional bedroom with a full/twin bunk bed set. These two bedrooms share the common 4th full bath. All carpet is brand new. Washer and dryer are also located on this bottom floor. Additional Amenities- Prospector Village offers direct access to trails leading up to and around Wilderness National Forest. The summit free shuttle line is just outside Prospector Village and can take you to and from just about any Summit County Destination free of charge. As our guests, you also have access to two wonderfully maintained outdoor hot tubs and a small indoor heated pool at the nearby community center. Our community takes great care and pride in our facilities and public grounds, and we ask that you take note and agree to abide to all rules and regulations of the HOA.
Listed on VRBO with open dates.
Value: $1,200.00
1003
Father John Paul & the Genuflectones
Father John Paul's band The Genuflectones to play at your event!  Anniversary, Summer BBQ, Graduation, Birthday, Wedding?  50's and early 60's music is their specialty on a date to mutually agreed upon.
Value: Priceless
1004
Distance Education Course at the Augustine Institute
Audit a distance education course at the Augustine Institute! Good for either summer 2015 or the fall 2015 semester. Have you ever wanted to pursue an MA in theology, but were anxious about whether you could handle it? Auditing a graduate course is an easy way to find out more about graduate study! Maybe you are accomplished in your professional life, but the last time you had some formal education about your faith was in 8th grade. Study with dynamic Augustine Institute professors. This summer, choose from a wide variety of courses including Edward Sri on Salvation History, Douglas Bushman on The Theology of the New Evangelization, Christopher Blum on The Church and Modernity, and Mark Giszczak on Pauline Literature. See our website for full course listing and for a short demo of a course lecture. Join ardent Catholics from around the country and around the world on the Augustine Institute’s online campus. Deepen your faith, gain a  broader perspective on the Universal Church, and finally get some better answers to the hard questions your five-year-old asks you about God.
Value: $765.00
1005
Diamond Ring
Stunning marquis diamond ring in gold setting.
Value: $1,000.00
1006
Mass & Theology on Tap with Father John Paul Leyba
15 Couples at $100 per couple.  On Saturday, April 18, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. we will gather at the home of Kevin & Christine Biernat.  Evening will begin with Mass and will be followed by food, drink and theology discussion related to the hottest Catholic topics of the day.
Value: Priceless
1007
"Just One More Day" Beach House
Spend a dreamy, warm week at "Just One More Day" beach house in Carillon Beach, FL (Panama City) to be used in 2015 on a mutually agreed upon date.  "Just One More Day" is located in the gated, luxurious community of Carillon Beach steps away from the beachside pool and the white sandy beach, this brightly decorated beach home with all hardwood floors has a fun Caribbean feel. Each room is painted in bright yellows, blues, greens and pinks. All bedrooms and the loft area have decks overlooking the Gulf of Mexico or Lake Carillon. A large, comfortable family room and spacious loft area will enable your family to enjoy a memorable vacation.  The kitchen has brand new granite counters and a wonderful island to enjoy all your family meals together. We also have a children's table for toddlers who may not be steady higher up at the kitchen counter.

Carillon Beach is an upscale gated community on the Gulf of Mexico, 30 minutes east of Destin, Florida and only 10 minutes west of the brand new Panama City Beach Pier Park shopping and movie center. Carillon Beach is a quaint and safe community with a small town feel. Carillon Beach has three private swimming pools, two tennis courts, a children's playground, basketball court, and its own marketplace, chapel, sports bar, coffee shop, and resort shops. All of the above are within two or three blocks walking distance from 'Just One More Day.'

'Just One More Day' is a four bedroom, four and 1/2 bath GULF VIEW home that can accommodate up to 10-12 people comfortably. We offer three queen-size beds in the three second story bedrooms and one queen bed and four twin beds in our spacious 22 square foot by 20 square foot loft area. The loft bedroom area also easily accommodates Aerobeds for children to enjoy sleeping in the large third floor party loft together. Each bedroom and the third floor bedroom loft have their own bath and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped for those who prefer to dine in. You can enjoy your meals at the kitchen island bar (seats 10-12) or the outside table on the screened deck area off the family room. Fine linens, videos, games, puzzles, books, and beach toys are all here for you to enjoy. You will also enjoy a home that is kept immaculately clean
Value: $4,000.00